In a significant digital governance milestone, Haryana has successfully processed nearly 50,000 property registrations through its state-wide paperless system. This achievement marks a pivotal shift away from revenue practices that were in place for over six decades.
A Watershed Moment for Revenue Administration
The landmark figure was disclosed by Dr. Sumita Misra, Haryana's Financial Commissioner for Revenue and Disaster Management, during a surprise inspection at the Panchkula tehsil office on Wednesday. Dr. Misra reviewed the on-ground functioning of the new system and interacted with both staff and citizens who had come for property registration.
Expressing her satisfaction with the office's operations, Dr. Misra commended the officers and staff for their efforts in implementing the new system smoothly. This digital transformation is seen as a major step in modernizing citizen services and reducing bureaucratic hurdles.
New Security Features and Automation on the Horizon
To further strengthen the integrity of the process, Dr. Misra announced the upcoming introduction of security-embedded paper for property registration documents. This measure is aimed at enhancing the transparency and authenticity of land records, preventing fraud and duplication.
In another major development, an auto-mutation facility is set to be launched in the coming days. This feature will automatically update revenue records immediately after a property registration is completed. The move is expected to drastically reduce the delays that were common under the old manual system and eliminate the scope for human intervention, thereby minimizing errors and potential corruption.
Direct Benefits for Citizens
During her visit, Dr. Misra issued specific directives to improve the citizen experience. She instructed revenue officers to provide e-signed copies of documents to applicants on the spot, upon request. This initiative is designed to save citizens from the hassle of making repeated visits to government offices to collect their paperwork.
Furthermore, Dr. Misra assured that feedback received from the public regarding the new system would be carefully examined and incorporated. This citizen-centric approach is intended to refine and improve the registration process continuously, making it more user-friendly and efficient.
The successful rollout of the paperless registration system, coupled with the planned enhancements, represents a comprehensive overhaul of Haryana's revenue machinery. It promises a future where property transactions are faster, more secure, and far more transparent for all stakeholders involved.
